GLAAD released this video earlier today in recognition of Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR).
TDOR takes place annually on November 20th, during Trans Awareness Week. The date is meant to recognize Rita Hester, who was murdered 16 years ago in an act of transphobic violence on November 28th of 1998. It is meant to honor the memories of all transgender individuals who have been the victim of violence as a result of their gender expression. TDOR is also a day meant to call attention to the often ignored, atrocious acts of violence against trans individuals.
Events for TDOR are often organized by community groups, LGBTQ centers, school clubs such as GSAs, and college groups. These events include: marches, vigils, poetry slams/readings, art exhibitions, public forums and discussions on transphobic violence, and movie screenings (GLAAD).
It is important for these events to be held by school groups because they will help broadcast the message that transphobic violence is horrific and needs to stop to all members of school communities. Another reason it is crucial that these events take place in schools is trans students are often targeted both inside and outside of school by their peers, and this needs to change. Additionally, it is important for targeted students to be know that they are important, and supported within their school community.
Events for TDOR are often organized by community groups, LGBTQ centers, school clubs such as GSAs, and college groups. These events include: marches, vigils, poetry slams/readings, art exhibitions, public forums and discussions on transphobic violence, and movie screenings (GLAAD).
It is important for these events to be held by school groups because they will help broadcast the message that transphobic violence is horrific and needs to stop to all members of school communities. Another reason it is crucial that these events take place in schools is trans students are often targeted both inside and outside of school by their peers, and this needs to change. Additionally, it is important for targeted students to be know that they are important, and supported within their school community.
Works Cited
"Transgender Day of Remembrance Resource Kit for Journalists." GLAAD. Web. 20 Nov. 2014.